Phlebotomy

Offered at: Larimer, Westminster

FRCC offers hands-on phlebotomy training for students who are interested in phlebotomy certification. Our phlebotomy classes teach students how to successfully assist in the process of drawing and handling blood for testing.

Phlebotomy

7 credits
(1 semester)

This Phlebotomy program is designed to provide students with entry-level skills required for employment as a phlebotomist. Classes, labs and a clinical are usually completed in one semester. With evening and Saturday classes, you can earn
phlebotomy certification while working.

There are four agencies that recognize the Front Range Phlebotomy Program, and students may choose which agency to sit for their certifying exam: American Society for Clinical Pathologist (ASCP); National Health Career Association (NHA);
American Medical Technologist (AMT); and National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Exam cost is additional and is not included in tuition.

Follow workplace safety and infection control standards and protocols in all aspects of care, and apply OSHA standards in laboratory settings, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) with blood and body fluid precautions.

Use medical terminology, anatomy and physiology knowledge appropriately as it applies to the phlebotomy setting.

Demonstrate knowledge of the circulatory system, and identify the veins used in venipunctures and phlebotomy skills.

Properly use standard phlebotomy equipment and supplies, including lancets, butterfly set-ups and syringes.

Phlebotomy Classes in Westminster

Information Sessions: Learn more about our Phlebotomy certificate every second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. on the A Level. This information session is mandatory for students choosing to enroll in the course.

Phlebotomist Salaries

Jobs

Entry

Average

Experienced

Phlebotomist

$28,530

$35,800

$39,435

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (2018)

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